Government shutdown reaches Day 22 as Senate Democrats prevent reopening for the 12th time
Government Shutdown Enters 22nd Day The government shutdown has reached its 22nd day, with no resolution in sight. A Republican attempt to reopen the government fell flat on Wednesday, facing a block from Senate Democrats that evening. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and his fellow Democrats thwarted Republican efforts to reopen the government for the […]
Senate Republicans discuss changes to the filibuster to prevent a shutdown
Senate Republicans are intensifying their calls for changes to filibuster rules if Democrats continue the government shutdown. However, Senate Minority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., has voiced his opposition to altering the safeguards that protect minority rights. Initially, there wasn’t much chatter about reforming the filibuster amidst the shutdown, but as the impasse continues, it’s become […]
Andrew Cuomo calls on Republicans to support him and prevent Mamdani from winning.
Cuomo Appeals to NYC Conservatives in Mayoral Race On Tuesday, Andrew Cuomo encouraged New York City Republicans and conservatives to support him over Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa in the mayoral election, humorously asserting, “I don’t have horns.” Speaking on a right-leaning radio show, he warned that a vote for Sliwa would only pave the way […]
Deutsche Bank attempts to prevent Ardagh’s $10 billion restructuring plan
Dispute Over Ardagh Group’s Restructuring Deal Deutsche Bank and Carronade Capital, an activist hedge fund, are working to block a $10 billion restructuring plan that was reached between Irish billionaire Paul Coulson and a majority of Ardagh Group’s bondholders. This plan is intended to help pay shareholders as they exit the financially troubled packaging company. […]
Democrats prevent bill to stop government shutdown for the 11th time
The Senate rejected another attempt to reopen the federal government on Monday, marking a three-week shutdown with both sides still at an impasse. The vote was 50-43 against a continuing resolution that had previously been approved by the House of Representatives, which would have funded the government until the end of November. This proposal needed […]
House GOP proposal aims to prevent UN from enforcing global taxes on the US
New Bill Aims to Block UN-Imposed Taxes A new proposal from House Republicans seeks to stop the United Nations from requiring the U.S. to collect taxes that aren’t specifically imposed by American governments. The bill is set to be introduced this week as the UN prepares for a vote on a global tax concerning carbon […]
Liz Weston: Looking to prevent taxes on small withdrawals from retirement accounts? Here are several options.
Dear Liz: I’m a bit puzzled about the required minimum distributions from my retirement account. I want to avoid taxes on these withdrawals, but it seems impossible. Can you help clarify this? Answer: If you took a deduction when you contributed to your retirement account, then you’ll have to pay taxes on those distributions. As […]
Senators from both parties work to prevent Trump’s military actions in Venezuela
Senate Moves to Block Military Action Against Venezuela A bipartisan group of senators acted on Friday to prevent President Donald Trump from engaging the U.S. in what they deem “hostile acts” against Venezuela, as stipulated under the War Powers Resolution. This comes after a series of recent attacks off the South American country’s coast. The […]
Texas Governor Sends DPS and National Guard to Prevent Antifa Violence at ‘No Kings Day’ Protests
Texas Governor Orders Security for Protests Texas Governor Greg Abbott has activated the National Guard and DPS tactical units to secure the Capitol in Austin, driven by concerns regarding Antifa-related groups and possible unrest during the upcoming “No Kings Day” protests. These demonstrations are part of a broader national campaign opposing President Trump’s policies, which […]
Business group takes legal action to prevent $100k H-1B visa fees
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration on Thursday regarding its increased fee for H-1B visa applications, which now stands at $100,000. The chamber contends that the president is overstepping his bounds with this alteration to the visa program. According to the chamber, Congress had established a “complex and thoughtful […]